Every two years, the Marquesas Islands celebrate Matavaa or te Henua Enana, a traveling cultural festival that honors the ancestral soul of Polynesia. In a majestic setting off the beaten tourist track, mythical dances, ritual tattoos, songs, crafts, and traditional sports revive the Ma'ohi identity with emotion and pride. More than an event, it is a collective ritual that connects artists, travelers, and communities in an encounter of beauty and truth.

Long before it became a global sport, surfing originated in Tahiti as a sacred practice. Linked to mana and the Polynesian worldview, it was an intimate ritual of connection with the ocean. Banned during colonization, it has now resurfaced as a symbol of identity. Teahupo’o, a legendary and sacred wave, embodies this living heritage, also celebrated at the 2024 Olympic Games.

In French Polynesia, craftsmanship reflects a living ancestral culture. Every braid, carving, or piece of jewellery expresses a deep connection with nature and ancestors. Passed down from generation to generation, this everyday art has soul and history. At the Papeete market, its shapes, colours, and aromas showcase the cultural richness of the islands and the expertise of a people proud of their roots.

Beneath the idyllic landscapes of French Polynesia lies a mythical ancestral universe, where Ta’aroa creates the world, Hina sows coconut trees from the moon, and Hiro sails the seas. Mana, the sacred energy that connects everything, flows through tattoos, marae and tikis. Exploring these beliefs is to understand the deep soul of the islands and experience a transformative spiritual journey.

Exploring the Society Islands by electric bike is the ideal way to combine comfort, adventure and discovery. From the coast of Moorea to the classic tour of Taha’a, passing through vanilla plantations and historic valleys, each route offers an authentic, accessible experience rich in local culture. Experience Polynesia at your own pace, in comfort and in total connection with your surroundings.